Hey Gang, of course, there is no soundboard recording that circulates from this show, granting a logical choice for legitimate commercial release by the Grateful Dead.
Although, I didn't attend this show; it's a birthday show for me so that's always a little special. However, not only does the band really burn up the 2nd set; but according to accounts at this show the vibe was off the chain. Countless testimonies of the inclement weather feeding into the lore of the Grateful Dead. During the wheel, just as Jerry sings the famous line "thunder won't get you, but the lightning will" there was lightening flash in syncronicty!
I like this source the most out of all that have been around; it sounds the most natural to me. I can hear the drums very clear which is always tough with two drummers on a stage. I also like the balance of the recording, not to tinny or muddy. Nakaminichi 300's are not the best mic for everything but if done right, they can sound very pleasing. Also, a nice fresh good transfer of master cassettes is significant. Cassettes, if stored properly, can yield amazing archival results. 4/5 stars for performance and recording.